Hakon Jarl, A Tragedy, In Five Acts

Hakon Jarl, A Tragedy, In Five Acts: And Poems After Various Authors (1840) is a literary work by Adam Gottlob Oehlenschlager. The book is a tragic play that is divided into five acts and is set in medieval Norway. The story revolves around the titular character, Hakon Jarl, who is a powerful earl and the regent of Norway. He is depicted as a ruthless and ambitious leader who is willing to do whatever it takes to maintain his power and control over the kingdom. The play explores themes of power, ambition, betrayal, and tragedy.In addition to the play, the book also includes a collection of poems by various authors. These poems cover a range of topics, including love, nature, and spirituality. The poems are written in a variety of styles, from sonnets to ballads, and showcase the diversity of poetic expression.Overall, Hakon Jarl, A Tragedy, In Five Acts: And Poems After Various Authors (1840) is a compelling work of literature that combines a tragic play with a collection of poems. It is a must-read for fans of classic literature, poetry, and drama.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.